Look to deep structures
Above, a long read from ReD Associates’ Mikkel Rasmussen on how to understand what’s next. Also, psychotherapist James Barnes on the legacy of Donald Winnicott.
Can social science be helpful?
Above, Varun Gauri on the crisis in behavioral public policy. Also, Cathleen O’Grady on whether social science can help. And, Josh Michaud on the Sweden approach.
A unique empathy online
Above, Edward Appleton and Sven Arn on the different type of empathy available online. And, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic on emotions in video calls. (And, Maria Popova on what an emotion is.)
Metaphors of life, not war
Above, Virginia Heffernan on why metaphors matters. Also, Gianpiero Petriglieri on communicating care, not warfare. And, Mary Reisel on concealment and the meaning of masks.
How status is changing
Above, S.A. Applin on how the pandemic is changing status. Also, Veronica Toppino on social distancing hats (yes) and status in fashion.
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